Back to School, Back to Camping: Family Fun Weekends in Asheboro, NC
September 2, 2025
🎃 5 Must-Pack Items for Your October Camping Trip
There’s something special about fall camping at Yogi Bear’s Jellystone Park™ Asheboro. The crisp autumn air, colorful leaves, and festive Halloween weekends make it one of the best times of year to visit! 🍂 But October weather—and themed events—mean you’ll want to arrive prepared. Before you hit the road, here are five must-pack items to make your family’s fall camping trip unforgettable.
🧥 1. Cozy Layers for Cool Evenings
October evenings in Asheboro can get chilly, so be sure to bring sweatshirts, jackets, hats, and even some extra blankets for around the fire. Layering is key—especially for little ones who go from running around the playground to sitting still during outdoor movies or storytime with Yogi Bear™.
👻 2. Halloween Costumes & Decorations
If you’re visiting during one of our Halloween-themed weekends, costumes are a must! Whether your child is a pirate, princess, or pumpkin, dressing up is part of the fun. Don’t forget to pack site decorations if you’re entering the decorating contest! 🎃🕸️
🔥 3. Campfire Supplies
Fall is prime time for evening campfires! Be sure to bring roasting sticks, marshmallows, graham crackers, and chocolate bars for s’mores. You’ll also want firewood (or buy some on-site), matches or a lighter, and cozy chairs to gather ’round. 🍫🔥
🔦 4. Flashlights, Glow Sticks & Lanterns
With shorter daylight hours, it gets dark early in October. Make sure every family member has their own flashlight or headlamp. Glow sticks and battery-operated lanterns are fun, safe ways to light your site—and help your kiddos stay visible during trick-or-treating or hayrides.
☕ 5. Warm Drinks & Easy Fall Recipes
Hot cocoa, apple cider, and soup in a thermos can go a long way in keeping everyone warm and happy. Bonus: prep a few campfire meals or foil-pack recipes before you go so you can spend less time cooking and more time making memories.
🍁 Get Ready for a Spooktacular October Stay!
October is one of the most popular months at Yogi Bear’s Jellystone Park™ Asheboro, thanks to our festive Halloween fun and cozy fall atmosphere. Pack smart, plan ahead, and get ready for pumpkin-filled memories you’ll cherish forever!
